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2020PROSPECTUS

“A wise woman shapes her own destiny”

The aging oak trees and the carefully crafted landscape are the essence of the original Hamilton High School site that forms part of our heritage and inheritance from former pupils. The time, planning, devotion to learning and the strong stewardship of past principals, have all contributed to the students’ experience of Hamilton High School, Hamilton Girls’ High and Hamilton Boys’ High. Hamilton High School was a focal point for the growing city and guided many of New Zealand’s future leaders. Over the last hundred years, thousands of families have contributed to building these schools; their spirit, and their soul.

After 100 years of progress, Hamilton High School has grown into two notable schools: Hamilton Girls’ High and Hamilton Boys’ High. The founding members were committed to providing an education that would produce sound young women who are able to pursue their destinies both in New Zealand and globally.

While Hamilton Girls’ High School is proud of its heritage, it is also proud of its history as a leader and innovator in girls’ only education and its responsiveness to the needs of contemporary girls.

The School’s Strategic Plan affirms its traditions and strengths, while making a commitment to educate students to be citizens of an increasingly global community in which empathy, trust and ethical values are important. Education for the world of the 21st century emphasises the need for each student to be a lifelong learner capable of critical and creative thinking.

WE EMPOWER THE FUTURE

WE HONOUR THE PAST

We celebrate the present

A MESSAGE from the Pr incipal

Hamilton Girls’ High School has shaped and influenced our young women since 1911. Core values and principles underpin a dynamic learning environment and our students are given every opportunity to aspire to excellence. We cater for the all round educational needs of our young women and offer an outstanding education pathway to ensure the best possible career destination.

As educational leaders at Hamilton Girls’ High School, we are committed to consolidating on and lifting the bar for raising the achievement across the four cornerstones of Academic, Leadership, Cultural and Sporting endeavours. Our young women are encouraged to achieve in the classroom and to combine this success with involvement in sporting and cultural activities. A balanced education embraces whole person learning and allows them to be challenged, extended and motivated in all aspects of their life.

As a parent, choosing the right school for your daughter’s education is an important decision. The adolescent years are particularly significant in education because students are at a stage in their lives where they are faced with choices and challenges that shape or determine success in future years.

Standards in a school are essential – standards drive motivation, hold levels of confidence and empower students and staff.

Our expectations of our students are high. We expect them to be well dressed, polite, courteous and prepared for learning. Becoming fully engaged in our school culture is essential and an exciting part of being at secondary school.

Our school hostel is a wonderful asset. It offers quality residential accommodation for 130 students in a supportive living and learning environment.Our School motto in Latin is Sapiens Fortunam Fingit Sibi:

It is our aim to ensure that every girl who passes through our gate will be given the opportunity to shape her own destiny. I invite you to be part of our school.

“A wise woman shapes her own destiny”

Marie GordonPrincipal

Hamilton Gir ls ’ High School embraces the chal lenges of the 21st centur y to suppor t our gir ls to become thoughtful , confident and resi l ient young women.

4. “A wise woman shapes her own destiny”

EMPHASIS ON INDIVIDUALS AND ACHIEVEMENT

HEAD GIRL 2019 Ana TeokotaiHamilton Girls’ High School have been providing opportunity for my family and I even before I began high school. Two generations worth of wahine (8) in my whanau have trusted their youth and minds into this school and not once have we regretted it. It is a school with a beautiful sisterhood, quality education and a contagious and electric spirit. It feels like home. It is diverse, authentic and provides the support I need to become the wise women I want to be.

I am Ana Teokotai and serving as head girl this year is my absolute privilege. This role for me looks like empowering and inspiring girls to be authentic, kind and hungry to learn. Sounds like positive and encouraging words. Feels like connections have been made and strengthened. The quote “Be the change you want to see in the world” resonates with me. I am prepared to lead by example. Kindness and authenticity is what I want to see and what I shall be.

VISION: “Empower young women

to dare to excel as

innovative individuals who

are globally connected”

VALUES: Excellence, identity,

resilience, courage,

curiosity, creativity

CULTURE OF HIGH

EXPECTATIONSWe expect our students to…

• Show respect for others

• Behave in a manner that allows others to learn

• Wear our uniform with pride and respect at all times

• Attend school regularly and to be punctual

• Respect yourself, respect others and respect our environment

• Strive for personal excellence

2018 ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

Rebecca-Rose NgataiScholarship in Biology

Hillary GreyScholarship in Classical

StudiesScholarship in English

Rebeka HallScholarship in Painting

Jaime FosterScholarship in Painting

Hannah MillerScholarship in Photography

Te Aomihia Olliver-Samuels

Scholarship in Te Reo Maori

At Hamilton Girls’ High School, we place an emphasis on individuals and on achievement, and we encourage our students to take full advantage of the opportunities that are offered at Hamilton Girls’ High School.

5.“A wise woman shapes her own destiny”

COURSES OF STUDYHamilton Girls’ High School is committed to the delivery of the New Zealand

Curriculum and takes, as its starting point, a vision of our students as lifelong learners who are confident and creative, connected and actively involved.

BYODAt Hamilton Girls’ High School our eVision is for students to be confident, responsible digital citizens who are collaborative, critical thinkers, able to construct knowledge.

In order to do this we aim to provide students with the skills, knowledge, confidence and guidance to be an effective, ethical and safe user of ICT.The expectation is that students will bring their own device to school

SENIOR SCHOOLThe Senior school is structured to provide flexibility of choice throughout all subjects and to ensure that knowledge and experience gained in each year of study enable students to make well informed curriculum choices for their future. Broadband streaming in Year 11 is offered in Mathematics, Science and English. Striving for excellence at every opportunity ensures pre-requisites are

met and goals achieved.

IGNITEOne Ignite Extension class is formed based on high achievement in entrance examinations and demonstrated ability in the students’ prior learning. Knowledge and experience gained in each year of study enable students to make well informed career pathway choices for their future. Extension students are expected to study a language through to the end of Year 10. It is highly recommended that this continues through to the end of Year 11.

STRATEGIES TO FACILITATE ACADEMIC SUCCESS

• Academic tracking and mentoring• Schools within schools• Published pre-requisites for courses• Lunchtime and after school tutoring• Opportunities are available for work placement with

employers or Industry Training Organisations (ITO)• Realising Potential Programme• Hillary Learning Hub• Tutorials• Vocational Pathway• Acceleration Programme

YEAR 9 PATHWAYS 1 & 2 2020Driverless cars are now legal in three US states. One third of payments in Kenya are made via mobile phones. Texting by thought alone is predicted to be available in the next 5-10 years. Machines now do much of the work that was previously done by people. Our students are entering a different world to that of their parents and teachers with new job and learning opportunities. These opportunities need students that can think deeply about issues, solve problems creatively, communicate clearly in a variety of media, learn ever-changing technologies, and deal with multiple sources of information. The rapid changes in our world require students to be flexible, to take the initiative and lead when appropriate, to collaborate with others with a range of expertise and to create new and useful products and processes.

In 2020, our Year 9 student's have the exciting opportunity at Hamilton Girls’ High School to opt into an innovative curriculum based on developing learners, leaders and change-makers who use knowledge meaningfully across the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.

Spaces are limited for pathway 2 and entry is by application only. If you choose not to opt into the Pathway 2 or are not successful you will follow the more traditional model for year 9. The same content will be covered as Pathway 2, the delivery of the content will be different.

LEAVER PROFILEInnovate Learners will be passionate life long learners who:

• Make a difference• Look to the future• Find and solve problems• Imagine, design and create• Take responsible risks• Are change leaders• Collaborate with shared purpose• Critique and evaluate• Communicate effectively• Innovate and disrupt• Meaningfully use exponential technologies


ACADEMIC COUNCIL CAPTAIN AND DEPUTY HEAD GIRL Melika LolakiAs a visionary and forward thinking individual I see education as a pivotal tool for innovative and contemporary change. It is through education that we can challenge ideas, improve the status quo, advance technology, medicine, science and even travel to planets far beyond our own. My name is Melika Lolaki and I have the honour and privilege of serving as Academic Council Captain for 2019.

Growing up in a household of academics the love of learning has always been deeply rooted in my heart. From the very beginning Hamilton Girls’ High School has solidified these roots and made them grow stronger still. Initially it began as a seedling in the form of my wonder and fascination at how the solar system worked in Science. Then the formation of its leaves occurred during all of the lighting bulb moments in Mathematics. Finally it flourished and blossomed at the words of Shakespeare and the other historical and philosophical marvels English has taught me throughout the years. With such a diverse and brilliant curriculum reinforced by kind and enthusiastic teachers education at HGHS is truly a treat and thus proudly my school of choice.

LEADING LEARNING The eight essential learning areas described in the New Zealand Curriculum include English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Health and Physical Education, the Arts, Technology and Languages.

Y9 PROGRAMME 2020 KO WAI AU? A programme focussing on identity and wellbeing with a future focussed lens.

EXCELLENCE RESILIENCE C

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COURAGE IDENTIT

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EMPOWERING STUDENTS WITH SKILLS FOR THEIR FUTURE

CHALLENGES MAKE YOU STRONGER

EXPLORE WHAT’S POSSIBLE

REMEMBER WHY YOU STARTED

Spirit

Reflection

Passion

PerserveranceSelf Talk

Imagination

Self Regulation Motivation

Empathy

Relationships

Mindset

Innovation

Connection

Networking

Observing

Associating

Questioning

Inventiveness

Originality

BE THE BEST THAT I CAN BE

WHAT’S MY PURPOSE?

HOW CAN I GROW?

Inquiry basic

Goal Setting Communication

Metacognition

Digital Capabilities Referencing

Literacy

Ownership

Trust

Self

Tainui

School Diversity

Community

Values

InnovationHauora Treaty of Waitangi

Vocational Planner

Review

Passion Projects

Challenge

Research

Connect

Development

Student Centred

Self Awareness

Emotional Intelligence

Ko wai au?Who am I?


STUDENT COUNCIL CAPTAINMelissa Connolly

Before I began my journey at Hamilton Girls' High School, I would never have imagined that I would have the confidence, nor the ability to be where I am today - in a position that allows me to give every student at our school a say, no matter their area of expertise or their background. I am incredibly proud to call Hamilton Girls' High School my school, because of the sheer range of opportunity it provides. Be it a Scholar or Sportswoman - or anything in between - HGHS provides an encouraging environment with passionate staff that enable every student to realize their full potential. Being surrounded by the sisterhood culture at Hamilton Girls, I was able to grow into the person I am today, which is someone I am incredibly proud to be. I look to this year with excitement and incredible gratitude that I am able to have the privilege of giving my fellow students the voice they deserve, and the ability to reach their full potential.

THROUGH EXCELLENCE Students intending to enrol at University, or students who are not yet certain of their

future destination, are advised to choose option subjects that lead to the university approved list in Year 13.

YEAR 9Compulsory Subjects English, Mathematics, Science, Physical Education and Health and Social Studies.

Option Subjects Students select four half-year options and must select at least one from each of the areas below: • Arts – Music, Dance, Drama,

Visual Arts, Maori Arts and Crafts.

• Languages – Te Reo Maori, French, Japanese and Spanish.

• Technology – Digital Technology, Food, Design & Visual Communication and Textiles.

YEAR 10Compulsory SubjectsEnglish, Mathematics, Science, Physical Education and Health and Social Studies.

Option SubjectsStudents select two full year Option Subjects listed for Year 10.

YEAR 11Year 11 students study six subjects - English, Mathematics, Science and three other subjects. Subject descriptions and pre-requisites are listed in the curriculum handbook.

Subjects offered at Hamilton Girls’ High School deliver opportunities for students to gain credits towards their National Certificate of Educational Achievement for Level 1.

NCEA LEVEL 1The current minimum requirements are80 credits including:• 10 credits in literacy.• 10 credits in numeracy.• For subject endorsements, 14

credits at merit or excellence.• For NCEA endorsement, 50

credits at merit or excellence.

YEAR 12Students study English and five additional

subjects from Level 1 and 2 courses. Subject descriptions and prerequisites are listed in the curriculum handbook.

Preliminary applications to University rely on Year 12 NCEA Level 2 results. Students who aspire to Year 13 and entry to University or other Tertiary institutions are advised to choose subjects which have a pathway to University Approved subjects in Year 13.

Vocational courses are also available.

YEAR 13Students may choose any five subjects.

Subject descriptions and prerequisites are listed in the curriculum handbook.

Students need to be aware of the University Entrance requirements, and strive to exceed the minimum pre-requisites noted for each subject in successive years at school.

UNIVERSITY ENTRANCEUniversity Entrance in 2020 requires:

Achievement of NCEA Level 3, including:• 14 credits in each of three subjects

from the list of approved subjects.• 10 numeracy credits at Level 1 or

higher, and 10 literacy credits (five in reading and five in writing) at Level 2 or higher.

Universities now expect the award of University Entrance plus a specified Guaranteed Entry Score advertised with each University course. These are minimum requirements only and entrance to many specialist courses require a higher level of achievement.


LEADING LEARNING THROUGH SPORT

Rugby XV National Champions Super 4 2018

Touch New Zealand Secondary School 2nd 2017New Zealand Secondary School 2nd 2018

Basketball New Zealand Premiership 2nd 2017New Zealand Premiership 3rd 2018

FootballNew Zealand Premiership 13th 2017New Zealand Premiership 2nd 2018

Netball North Island Secondary School 5th 2018New Zealand Premiership Secondary School 7th in New Zealand 2018

Rugby 7's Condors U15 2nd 2017Condors U15 1st 2017Condors U19 1st 2017Condors U19 2nd 2018Waikato Secondary School U19 1st 2017Waikato Secondary School U15 1st 2017

Waterpolo2017 Waikato Junior 1st2017 Waikato Senior 3rd

Rowing NISS 2018Singles Bronze - Alison MillsNovice 4 coxed Silver - Mia Austin, Elizabeth Mouncher, Lucy Gordon, Emily Gordon, Awatea Gudgeon

Hockey2017 Waikato 1st

• Adventure Racing• Athletics• Basketball• Badminton• Cricket• Cross Country• Cycling• Equestrian• Football• Futsal• Gymnastics• Hockey• Inline Hockey• Ki-o-Rahi• Lacrosse• Lawn Bowls• Multi-Sport• Netball• Rowing• Rugby• Rugby Sevens• Softball• Swimming• Tennis• Touch • Triathlon• Volleyball• Waka Ama• Water Polo

SPORT AVAILABLE AT HAMILTON GIRLS’

HIGH SCHOOL

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALLHamilton Girls’ High School has always supported the importance of life beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to embrace all activities, expand their experiences and further develop new passions. Being involved in the wider school increases a sense of belonging which leads to higher levels of engagement and motivation.


NEW ZEALAND REPRESENTATIVES AT HGHS

SPORTS COUNCIL CAPTAIN Te Amai Hudson

Kia Ora, I'm Te Amai Hudson and it's my privilege to be your Sports Captain for

2019. The sporting culture at Hamilton Girls High is so strong, which I hope to keep

building and make it even stronger. There are so many talented teams and athletes

that excel to high levels. I believe that sport builds great people and gives you so many

opportunities. There will be a lot of difficult challenges along the way but I believe that

my passion for sport will help me lead from the front to the best that I can. I have

learnt so much throughout my sporting journey at HGHS and have been inspired by

all the previous sports captains and I hope to pass down all of my knowledge to those

just starting their sporting journey at HGHS.

Sophie HodgesYear 9 New Zealand World Junior Team Squash 2019

Reese Anderson

Year 12 New Zealand Junior Touch Team 2019

Anika JacksonYear 13 New Zealand World Junior Team Squash 2019

Veisinia FakaleluYear 10 New Zealand Junior Touch Team 2019

Mary Ieremia-Allan

Year 12 New Zealand Junior Touch Team 2019

Peyton Tofaeono

New Zealand Open Swimming Champs 2019- Silver Medal 4x 100m freestyle relay- Bronze Medal 4x 200m freestyle relay

Dawn HohuaYear 12 New Zealand Junior Touch Team 2019

Keita PerryNew Zealand U19 Lacrosse Team 2019

Elise GilbertNew Zealand U14 Basketball Team 2019

Quaye Walker-Eketone

Winner Tania Dalton Foundation Scholarship 2019

Grace Wisenewski

Member of the New Zealand U17 Football Team which came 3rd at the U17 World Champs 2018

Josie CoxNew Zealand U19 Lacrosse Team 2019

Capri PaekauNew Zealand Kiwi Ferns training squad Rugby League 2019

Meeki Cooper-Nicola

U15 New Zealand Developing Sox Softball 2019

Kuratangi Ronaki

U15 New Zealand Developing Sox Softball 2019


CURRICULUM 2020YEAR 9:

2 PATHWAYS ON OFFER*Please read page 5 for more information

Pathway 1 / Pathway 2 (Opt in)

YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13

ARTS

DramaMaori Arts and Crafts MusicVisual ArtsDance

Art PracticalDramaDanceMusic

Art Practical DancePhotography and Design DramaMusic

Art DesignArt PaintingArt PhotographyArt PrintmakingDance DramaMusic

Art Design Art HistoryArt PaintingArt PhotographyArt PrintmakingDanceDramaMusic

ENGLISH English English English English English

HEALTH /PE Health and Physical Education Health and Physical EducationSports Studies

Advanced PE - SportAdvanced PE - OutdoorsHealth Personal TrainingPhysical Education


Advanced PE - SportAdvanced PE - OutdoorsHealth

LANGUAGES

English - Second Language FrenchJapanese SpanishTe Reo Maori

English - Second Language FrenchJapaneseSpanishTe Reo Maori


English - Second Language FrenchJapaneseSpanishTe Reo MaoriMaori Performing Arts


MATHEMATICS Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics MathematicsMathematics CalculusStatistics

SCIENCE Science Science Science

BiologyChemistryPhysicsScience


KO WAI AU? Who am I? (Year 9 only)*See page 6 for more information -- -- -- --

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Social Studies

EconomicsEnterprise StudiesHistorySocial Studies

AccountingEconomicsGeographyHistory Media StudiesPhilosophy StudiesSocial StudiesHumanities

Accounting Business Studies Classical Studies Economics GeographyLegal StudiesMedia StudiesPhilosophy Social StudiesTourism HistoryHumanities

Accounting Business Studies Classical Studies Economics GeographyHistoryLegal StudiesMedia StudiesSocial StudiesTourism Humanities

TECHNOLOGYDigital TechnologyDesign/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyTextiles

Digital TechnologyDesign/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyTextiles

TextilesDigital TechnologyDesign/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyFood & NutritionHospitality Computer Studies

Computer StudiesDigital TechnologyEarly Childhood EdTextiles Design/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyFood & Nutrition

Computer StudiesDigital TechnologyDesign/Visual Communication TextilesEarly Childhood EducationFood TechnologyFood & Nutrition


YEAR 9:2 PATHWAYS ON OFFER

*Please read page 5 for more informationPathway 1 / Pathway 2 (Opt in)

YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13

ARTS

DramaMaori Arts and Crafts MusicVisual ArtsDance

Art PracticalDramaDanceMusic

Art Practical DancePhotography and Design DramaMusic

Art DesignArt PaintingArt PhotographyArt PrintmakingDance DramaMusic

Art Design Art HistoryArt PaintingArt PhotographyArt PrintmakingDanceDramaMusic

ENGLISH English English English English English

HEALTH /PE Health and Physical Education Health and Physical EducationSports Studies



Advanced PE - SportAdvanced PE - OutdoorsHealth

LANGUAGES

English - Second Language FrenchJapanese SpanishTe Reo Maori





MATHEMATICS Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics MathematicsMathematics CalculusStatistics

SCIENCE Science Science Science



KO WAI AU? Who am I? (Year 9 only)*See page 6 for more information -- -- -- --

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Social Studies

EconomicsEnterprise StudiesHistorySocial Studies

AccountingEconomicsGeographyHistory Media StudiesPhilosophy StudiesSocial StudiesHumanities

Accounting Business Studies Classical Studies Economics GeographyLegal StudiesMedia StudiesPhilosophy Social StudiesTourism HistoryHumanities

Accounting Business Studies Classical Studies Economics GeographyHistoryLegal StudiesMedia StudiesSocial StudiesTourism Humanities

TECHNOLOGYDigital TechnologyDesign/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyTextiles

Digital TechnologyDesign/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyTextiles

TextilesDigital TechnologyDesign/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyFood & NutritionHospitality Computer Studies

Computer StudiesDigital TechnologyEarly Childhood EdTextiles Design/Visual CommunicationFood TechnologyFood & Nutrition

Computer StudiesDigital TechnologyDesign/Visual Communication TextilesEarly Childhood EducationFood TechnologyFood & Nutrition

Note: All courses are subject to change as a result of numbers or staff ing.


LEADING LEARNING THROUGH ARTSHamilton Girls’ High School is a lively, thriving school where the visual arts (design, photography, painting and drawing, computer arts) and the performing arts (music, drama and dance) are seen as crucial to the health and well-being of our students and an important part of their training for life. Girls are invited to express their creative ‘voice’ in our supportive environment.

PERFORMING ARTS AND CULTURAL

GROUPS

Choir and BarbershopGuitar GroupSamba Band

Debating Indian Dance Group

Photography and Art clubsMulti-cultural Committee

Sheila Winn ShakespeareProduction

Pasifika Kapa Haka

Talent QuestFusion FestivalStage ChallengeSymphonic BandTheatre Sports

Media

The Arts Council organises a range of activities in its different interest areas (see left) in which students

may choose to engage and compete. These include the Talent Quest, combined School Production and many

competitions!

There are a multitude of groups such as orchestra and choirs, debating and movie

making, cultural dance groups, theatre sports, samba band, art club and more.

Our barbershop singers have a reputation for excellence and regularly perform in

the national finals while our Drama department is known for its spectacular and

professional productions (with Hamilton Boys’ High School) every second year.

The school production involves all the arts groups from dancers, vocalists, actors,

visual artists and musicians and certainly is a huge undertaking.

At Hamilton Girls’, cultural ability and diversity are welcome and respected. Our

Kapa Haka and Pasifika groups have a reputation in our school and communities as

graceful and strong performers, exhibiting their passion and hard work in the local,

regional and national competitions while the Indian dance group performs regularly

and successfully in the upper North Island competitions.

Itinerant teachers give lessons in vocals, string, wind and brass instruments,

electronic and acoustic guitar, and percussion instruments. For lessons there is

an administration fee of $40.00 to cover general costs and some instruments are

available for hire.


ARTS COUNCIL CAPTAIN Bryre Aish

Hamilton Girls’ High School nurtures students who are confident and kind. The Arts

at HGHS have revealed this to me in a beautiful and diverse school culture. It is my

goal to use the platform of the Arts to grow our girls by inspiring them, building their

identity, and cultivating community. This year I have the privilege of leading our Arts

Council in developing the Arts to be available, exciting, and applicable to students,

providing them with great opportunities within a safe environment to get to know

people and develop themselves. If girls take opportunities to get involved in what

they love they will find their passion - and with that comes confidence, identity, and

community.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

On occasions, there is the opportunity to join an international trip, such as recent trips to Europe, Japan, France, Hawaii and Spain for Languages, Sport, The Arts or Cultural Trips. Many students participate in short and long term exchange programmes. Our school supports students who wish to apply for a Gap Year between Year 13 and commencing at university.


“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go...” - Dr SeussEvery student at Hamilton Girls’ High School has the potential to be a leader. Leadership begins with understanding ourselves and is founded on personal leadership, whereby individuals have the capacity to lead their own lives and consistently make wise choices based on sound values. Effective leadership can be learned through developing both the character and competence of our students and by providing them with opportunities and training to exercise leadership responsibilities.

All students are encouraged to develop their leadership skills through participation and service.

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Tutor group leaderPrefect

Peer support (Tuakana/Teina)Peer tutoring

ArtsSport

CoachingPeer Mentoring

Co-curricular Group

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Our executive council is made up of our top Prefects that lead councils in our school: Head Girl, Student Council Captain, Arts Captain, Sports Captain, Services Captain and Head Girl, Sonninghill Hostel. The Deputy Head Girl is selected from one of these positions.

SERVICES COUNCIL CAPTAIN - Hylan PottsMy role as Service Captain at Hamilton Girls High School, is honestly a life changing opportunity. It has given me the means to support important events like relay for life, valentines day, charity week, and 40 hour famine. I enjoy giving back to our school community, but also working alongside 12 other amazing individuals on our Council, Kimiora Whaanga, Gabrielle Rosemergy and our vibrant and unique House Captains, and Deputies to build, and maintain the Hamilton Girls High spirit within the school. I believe, our Council plays a very important role, by encouraging and shaping the sisterhood and culture at Hamilton Girls High School - we are closely connected with all students. Hamilton Girls high school is a school with many values and loving people. It is an environment that will help you grow into a leader, foster resilience and innovation, a wise wahine.Tuakana ki te teina, teina ki te tuakana.

“From the older, the younger one learns the right way to do things, and from the younger, the older one learns to be tolerant.”

STUDENT LEADERSHIP Student leaders at Hamilton Girls’ High School are given the opportunity to lead and promote a culture that fosters excellence and participation within our school, through leading students and leading an area of responsibility.


HOUSE SYSTEMIn 2010, the school launched a new house system, allocating every student in the school to a house. The five houses are Heads, Edgecumbe, Wilson, MacDiarmid and Campbell. The houses compete in a wide variety of events including athletics, swimming, cross country, talent quest, charity collections and academic performance. The house system generates pride and passion for Hamilton Girls’ High School and a sense of ownership. The house system also contributes to the promotion of competition among the students.

VERTICAL TUTOR CLASSESWhen a girl arrives at Hamilton Girls’ High School, she is placed in a vertical tutor class, which includes other students from years 9 to 13. She will stay in this tutor class, with girls from her and every other year in the school, for the whole of her time at Hamilton Girls’ High School. All girls in that tutor class belong to the same House, with older girls able to help younger girls make the transition to high school successfully. Your daughter will be supported by the same tutor group teacher throughout her time with us. A schools within schools pastoral structure and vertical tutor classes ensure the best possible support for girls as they become young women.

HEADS OF SCHOOLEvery house has a Head of School and a Dean. They have the responsibility of providing academic and pastoral support for all students within their house.

TUTOR GROUP TEACHERS Tutor group teachers have daily contact with their tutor group class. Your tutor group teacher will be the first person that parents and students will have contact with. They oversee the academic progress of students, attendance and participation in activities.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT TUTOR GROUP

At Hamilton Girls’ High School we offer an International Student Tutor Group to help students new to New Zealand transition to a NZ High School culture.

HILLARY LEARNING HUB A learning support centre, specializing in identifying and catering to a diversity of learning needs in an inclusive environment.

STUDENT SUPPORTComing to a new school can be quite daunting. We have an extensive network set up

to provide the help and support that is needed for students and parents. A learning environment with constructive working relationships, positive friendships, and personal

responsibility are essential in the development of competent young women.

GUIDANCE COUNSELLORSWhere problems or concerns are of a more confidential and personal nature, the Guidance Counsellor is a person you can talk with. Our Guidance Counsellors are available by appointment and have the experience and ability to provide support for any situation or issue our young women may face. They also have access to a network of specialists to support their work.

STUDENT WELLNESS: HEALTH CLINIC

A qualified nurse is available 9:30am - 2:30pm daily, and a free doctor service is available one afternoon per week by appointment.

CAREERS COUNSELLORS The Careers Counsellors are available to help all students with choosing career pathways and course planning, goal setting and time management that is necessary to achieve their chosen goals. They provide career advice, work experience, arrange workplace learning, ITO assessment through the Gateway programme, and assist students with applications to post-school destinations.

WHANAU TUTOR GROUPSAt Hamilton Girls’ High School we offer Whānau Tutor groups. We uphold Tikanga Maori and Kawa in a nurturing, safe environment. There are leadership opportunities, and school wide initiatives with total support from staff. Whānau participation is an expectation. Educational hui are held once a term and other hui to help with the continued enhancement of our young women’s educational opportunities. Our teachers have an expectation that they will engage with students to foster respect and encompass Tikanga Maori. Whānau Tutor Groups are called on to offer support to the school; this can include Powhiri, manaaki and tiaaki.

PASIFIKA SUPPORTAchieving personal excellence academically is a major focus and we have structures in place to support our Pasifika students. These include: Our ‘Big Sister’ programme for our Year 9 students; Teacher mentors for our senior students; and a Homework centre for weekly study and tutoring.


UNIFORMCharcoal Grey Skirt - Year 9-13. One style only with school monogram.

Maroon Jersey - Year 9-13. One style only with school monogram.

HGHS Blazer - Year 9-11. One style only with school monogram.

White Shirt - Year 9 - 11. One style only with school monogram - short sleeves (long sleeves available).

Tie - Year 9 - 12. Black with school monogram and single stripe.

Softshell School/Sports Jacket - Year 9-13. One style only with school monogram - hip length, zipped. (No other jacket is permitted.)

Stockings/Socks - Plain black stockings or mid ankle length black school socks with maroon trim only to be worn with winter shoes.

Term 1 & 4 Footwear - Black Roman sandals or McKinlays sold in the Uniform Shop Term 1 and Term 4 only.

Term 2 & 3 Footwear - Sturdy black polishable leather, low-heeled, below the ankle, enclosed shoes. (compulsory Term 2 and 3, permissible all year).

Black skate or sport shoes of any type are NOT permitted. Lace-ups or over-straps are permitted.

Compulsory Senior Uniform Items are: Senior Blazer - Year 12 - 13. Black blazer; with maroon trim and school monogram.

Pinstripe Blouse - Year 12 - 13. Pinstripe short sleeve blouse with school monogram.

Tie - Year 13 only. Alternate colour with school monogram.

NOTEMake-up, Hair Ties - Make-up must NOT be worn. Hair may be coloured in natural tones. Hair accessories must be black, white or maroon. Nail polish is NOT permitted.

Jewellery - The only jewellery permitted is a wristwatch, simple ear studs/sleepers (one in each ear) and a discreet chain, pendant or taonga around the neck (and not visible).

Facial piercings are NOT permitted and will need to be removed.

Scarf - HGHS school scarf or plain black scarf (either may be worn in Terms 2 and 3 only).

Note: Cultural adaption available on enquiry

SCHOOL UNIFORM CODEUNIFORM SHOP

The uniform shop is open everyday before school - 8.15am to 8.45am,

Mon, Tues, Weds & FriInterval: 11.05-11.30 and at

Lunchtime 1.30pm to 2.15pm

Thursdays Interval: 11.10-11.30 and at

Lunchtime: 12.30pm to 1.15pm.

TERMS 1 and 4 -

Blazer, shirt, tie, skirt and Roman sandals or McKinlay's sandals sold through the uniform shop.

TERMS 2 and 3 -

Blazer with the school jersey, tie, shirt, skirt, black socks with coloured HGHS trim or black stockings with black sturdy low cut polishable winter shoes. In addition, students may choose to wear the HGHS scarf and the school monogrammed soft shell jacket.

Grey monogrammed trousers may be worn as an alternative to the skirt in Terms 2 & 3 only

The HGHS Blazer is to be worn all year long. The HGHS Soft Shell Jacket is an addition to the compulsory uniform and NOT to be worn without the school blazer.


ALL APPLICANTS Please complete the Online Application for Enrolment available on our website.

ZONING STATUSIn Zone Applications Students who live within the Zone shown in the map and street list on our website shall be entitled to enrol at Hamilton Girls’ High School. All in-zone applicants must complete the Statutory Declaration certified by a Justice of the Peace, and attach a certified copy of a recent telephone/electricity account and your tenancy agreement or sale and purchase agreement. See the Application For Enrolment Booklet for more information.

Out of Zone ApplicationsOut of zone applications for enrolment will be prioritised in the following order when determining whether or not there is a need for a ballot.

Priority 1: Students who have been accepted for enrolment in special programmes run by the school and approved by the Secretary of Education. (No such programmes at HGHS).Priority 2: Sisters of current students.Priority 3: Sisters of former students.Priority 4: Daughters of former students of the school.Priority 5: Daughters of employees of the Hamilton Girls’ High School Board of Trustees or a daughter of a member of the board of the school.Priority 6: All other applicants.

BALLOTIf there are more applicants in the second, third, fourth or fifth priority groups than there are places available, selection within the priority group will be by ballot conducted in accordance with instructions issued by the Secretary of Education under Section 11G (1) of the Education Act 1989. Parents will be informed of the date of any ballot by notice in the Waikato Times.

SONNINGHILL APPLICATIONSIf a student boards at Sonninghill Hostel they gain automatic entry to Hamilton Girls’ High School. See the Sonninghill section of the Prospectus.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONSInternational Students are welcomed at both Hamilton Girls and Sonninghill Hostel. Applications are invited at any time.

See our International Section for more information.

YEAR 9• Online enrolment available from the School:

Term 2, 2019

• Open Day Tours at: 1.30pm and 5.00pm August 6th, 2019

• Enrolments close at: 5.00pm 30th August, 2019

• Ballot held: 6th September, 2019

• Notification of ballot results by: 20th September, 2019

SONNINGHILL• Applications for Sonninghill close on 12th April 2019.

Late applications will be considered on a case by case basis and if accepted will be added to a waiting list.

KEY DATES IN 2019 FOR STUDENTS WHO START

SCHOOL IN 2020 ARE:

ENROLMENT PROCEDURES Hamilton Girls’ High School operates an enrolment scheme.

All students in zone who apply are accepted regardless of roll size. A large number of our students do come from out of zone.

YEAR 10, 11, 12 & 13• Enrolments close at 5.00pm

8th November, 2019

• Ballot held: 15th November, 2019

• Notification by: 29th November, 2019


HOSTEL APPLICATION INFORMATION


ACCOMMODATION• Junior boarders share two-bed cubicles in dormitories and separate rooms

on a term rotational basis• Senior boarders (usually Year 12 & 13) stay in motel-style units with four

beds and an ensuite• Fully catered central dining room

RECREATION AND RELAXATION• Landscaped grounds with solar-heated swimming pool, tennis/netball court

and BBQ area, trampoline• Activities Room: pool table, piano, gym equipment• TV auditorium with home theatre• Lounge for socialising; Piano Room; Quiet Room• Separate senior facilities; lounge with kitchen, TV, Sky/DVD player

STUDY• Compulsory supervised prep for Yrs 9-12 Monday through Thursday

evenings.• Separate Year 13 study room with some computers. • Wireless Internet• Specialised Tutorials are provided by Studyfit.

TRANSPORT• Minibus available during set hours within defined area for transport to

school sporting, school cultural activities, bus depot• Close to public transport for home leave

HOME LEAVE• Compulsory set leave two weekends each term• Home leave permitted every weekend (except one compulsory stay-in for

new boarders at start of year.)

SONNINGHILL HOSTELSonninghill is a modern boarding hostel, which provides a safe supportive environment for girls attending Hamilton Girls’ High School. The hostel is located in Marama Street, a short walk to HGHS.

Boarding at Hamilton Girls’ High School Sonninghill Hostel provides a caring and supportive environment where students are encouraged to do well academically and participate fully in the sporting, cultural and social life of the school. We assist our students to develop skills which will stand them in good stead throughout their lives. We help each girl develop an understanding of other cultures, respect for others, sound moral values and leadership skills.

Learning to live and work with others teaches independence, tolerance and co-operation with each other in our boarding community. There are many advantages to boarding at Sonninghill Hostel but none more so than the strong sense of community, the wonderful friendships which are formed and the brilliant support that the boarders extend to one another in times of need. Our community offers a warm welcome to all who enter.

Marie GordonPrincipal

“At the heart of Hamilton Girls’ High School are strong relationships focused on the

best outcomes for every student”.

Sonninghill Head Girl and Deputy Head Girl


MISSION STATEMENTSonninghill Hostel aims to provide the best possible environment for girls who need to board away from home to attend Hamilton

Girls’ High School.

FACILITIESSonninghill caters for up to 136 boarders in Years 9 to 13. The main hostel building accommodates all Year 9-11 students in four dormitories. The hostel also has a modern fully-equipped industrial kitchen, dining room, laundry, sick bay, lounge, movie style TV lounge and prep rooms.

The Wynne-Jones block houses senior students and includes a kitchen, lounge, laundry, study room and eight four-bedroom motel-style units each with an ensuite.

Other student facilities at Sonninghill include: wireless internet & printing, a solar heated swimming pool, trampoline, tennis/netball court and barbecue area.

Our games room includes a pool table, air hockey table, and exercise equipment. Basketball and volleyball can also be played in our hostel grounds.

Students have access to computers, copiers, black and white and colour printers, TV, video and Sky TV in both junior and senior lounges.

The hostel flat is self-contained and sleeps four.

MEALSThe catering service provides tasty, balanced, nutritious meals and will cater for students requiring special dietary needs where possible or appropriate. Students make their own school lunches at breakfast time.

Themed dinners are planned occasionally and students are encouraged to help organise and get involved.

HISTORY OF SONNINGHILLThe hostel for Hamilton Girls’ High School was first established in 1915 at “Abbotsford”,

a gracious old Hamilton home situated in Anglesea Street.

HOSTEL STUDENTS Students are encouraged to continue with their hobbies; art, cultural or sports activities.

Hostel staff organise a range of activities for boarders including the annual swimming sports and a variety of in-house competitions.

Some activities are held with Argyle House of Hamilton Boys’ High School. These include inter-hostel swimming sports/tabloid sports, socials and other activities.

UNIFORMThe school uniform rules apply to all hostel students. In the hostel, students wear tidy mufti of their own choice.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSSonninghill can accommodate international students. The Hostel provides a wonderful experience and life skills for international students who wish to study in NZ at Hamilton Girls’ High School. Boarding allows students to be fully immersed in the English Language and experience other cultures with girls of similar ages.

Please apply through the Director of International Development at Hamilton Girls’ High School. Each application is considered on a case by case basis.

In 1930, the hostel was moved across the river to the former Diocesan School building in River Road and named “Sonning” after an English village. Over the next few decades, the building became old, inadequate and in need of extensive repairs. The decision was made to relocate to the present site on land formerly owned by Hamilton Technical College. This move removed the long walk from one side of the city to the other and was much more convenient for the students.

The official opening of Sonninghill was in 1971 with 83 students accommodated in a brand new hostel. Since then, senior units, a senior common room (Wynne-Jones Lounge), a games room and television lounge have been added.


PARENTS/CAREGIVERS Parents/caregivers and prospective students are welcome to make an appointment to view the Hostel prior to enrolment. Parents/caregivers have access to their daughter(s) at all times. Parents/caregivers attending to school business in Hamilton are welcome to stay overnight in the hostel flat. Parents/caregivers and families are invited to a barbecue held after the first set leave weekend of Term 1 each year.

HOSTEL MANAGEMENTThe hostel is lead by the Principal and members of the Senior Leadership Team. The hostel is run on a day-to-day basis by the Director of Boarding who is assisted by Boarding Managers and other support staff.

HEALTH The hostel has a sick bay where students are cared for until parents/caregivers can collect them.

TRANSPORTThe hostel minibus transports students to school related activities within a defined zone and to the bus depot when going on out of town home leave. Taxis can be organised for students attending non-school activities, at the parent/caregiver cost.

SONNINGHILL STUDENT SERVICES

LEAVE There are two compulsory set leave weekends each term plus school holidays. 1. Students may go home every weekend if they choose

to do so.2. Students are required to go home on two set leave

weekends each term and school holidays.3. Students may have day leave to visit friends and

relatives, or other activities at the Hostels discretion.

TELEPHONE / CELLPHONES Each Year 9-10 student is permitted to have one cell phone which can be used at designated times. Year 11-13 students have free access to their cell phones. Local calls may be made from the hostel telephones.

RESIDENTS DEPOSIT ACCOUNT (RDA)The RDA account is used for emergency medical and prescription needs, student printing, buses to activities, hostel apparel and photos. Parents/caregivers are asked to bank $140 per annum per boarder.

Sonninghill Hostel has been my 'home away from home' for the past 4 years. The memories I have made will be cherished for life and the people around me are now family.

My duty as Sonninghill Hostel Head Girl includes a variety of essential responsibilities. With many new innovative changes made at beginning of the year, Sonninghill’s way of life is undergoing frequent alterations - this requires lots of guidance and collaboration between myself and staff and myself and students. To be successful in this role my communication and organisational skills are excessively required, furthermore I wish to continue to be a honest, passionate person. I am also fortunate enough to have a platform outside of school - where I can be an admirable role model to the girls who I live with in hostel. I want to lead by example by being my true self and inspiring girls to dream big and commit to it.

SONNINGHILL HOSTEL HEAD GIRL Renei Te Pairi


ACCEPTANCE FEEPayable on acceptance (non-refundable).

BOARDING FEESDetails available on request. The fees can be paid in full or are paid in eight instalments. The first instalment must be paid by 20 September, the year prior or, for late enrolments, before entry into the Hostel, with the balance payable in 7 monthly instalments. Year 9 places are allocated for the entire school year. If a student is withdrawn, there is an obligation to pay the fees for the remaining part of the year. In the event of withdrawal from Hostel, after Year 9, a parent/caregiver must give 12 weeks written notice. Payments of one seventh of the year’s boarding fees are to be paid in lieu of notice. Any decision as to the waiving of the requirement would be rare and is at the sole discretion of the Principal and Board of Trustees.

BURSARIES APPLICATIONS BY 31ST MARCHThe Ministry of Education provides assistance to school students who need to board away from home in order to receive their education.The different types of boarding bursaries and allowances available are:

1. School Boarding Bursaries Students are eligible provided that: a. the applicant lives 4.8 kilometres or more from the nearest state school or from the nearest bus stop b. there is no transport service which the applicant could reasonably be expected to use to attend school c. the attendance, progress and conduct of the student are satisfactory d. the student is not receiving any other Government bursary, scholarship or grant for educational purposes.

2. Travel Assistance A refund may be made for the cost of travelling at the beginning and end of each term between home and the hostel where the cost is in excess of $10 per term.

3. Secondary School Bursaries These are available to Year 12 or 13 students who cannot obtain tuition in approved subjects at their local school.

If you require further information regarding the Government Boarding Bursaries you can contact:

The Ministry of EducationWanganui OfficeTelephone: 06 349 6300

Documents can be downloaded: www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/GBB

SONNINGHILL FEES

SONNINGHILL APPLICATIONSTo be considered for the first allocation of places, applications for the following school year are required by 12 April 2019 Applicants will be advised of their acceptance as soon as possible. Applications received after closing date will receive consideration thereafter. Students who receive places at Sonninghill gain automatic entry to Hamilton Girls’ High School.

All requests for information, applications and tours of hostel are to be addressed to:

The Director of BoardingP.O. Box 512

Waikato Mail CentreHAMILTON 3240

Email: [email protected]

Sonninghill HostelTelephone: 07 839 0074

Email: [email protected]

Hamilton Girls’ High SchoolTelephone: 07 839 1304

Fax: 07 834 1394Email: [email protected]

Website: www.hghs.school.nz


OUR STAFF

SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAMPrincipal Marie Gordon M. Ed. Admin, BA, Dip TchgDeputy Principals Jill Carter BA (Honours), Dip Tchg Maria Dunn M.Ed. Leadership (Honours), PGDipEd (Distinction), BNsg, GradDipEd, DipTchg Sharleen Nathan M. Ed. Admin and Leadership (Distinction), B.Ed, Dip Tchg Craig Scrimgeour BSc Dip Tchg Katrina Whaanga B.Ed Dip Tchg Rebecca Early BA, Dip Tchg

Business Manager Kama Scutts

HEADS OF DEPARTMENTArt Jodi Tautari Business Studies Joshua MansillCareers/Gate Wendy CalderDigital and Technology (Acting) Gillian Dibley/ Jacqui Harris Director of learning and Innovation TBCDrama Margie Wynne-JonesEnglish Greer SydneyInternational Pauline SteeleLanguages Jo Barber Learning Support Darron CutlerMathematics Val RolfeMusic Joanna DickinsonPE and Health Lynn JohnstoneScience Gail BergmanSocial Science Josephine MaplesdenTe Reo Maori TBC

SONNINGHILL HOSTELDirector of Boarding Liz Witehira

INTERNATIONALDirector of International Development Kylie MorganInternational Student Manager John Ho

GUIDANCE TEAMGuidance Kate RobinsCounsellors Robin Clarke Suzanna Wilford

BOARD OF TRUSTEESMelanie Pilcher (Chairperson)Lale Ieremia Andrew McRaeStan Goldsack David White Jane Nicklin

Kristin Cato (Staff Representative)Emily Shute (Student Representative)

2019 HOUSE STRUCTURE Campbell HOS Nellie Wallace-WardDean Claire SetzEdgecumbe HOS Wheturangi TepaniaDean Kirstie PowellHeads HOS Lizzie PlodekDean Arti KumarMacDiarmid HOS Vicki ShannonDean Leanne GreenWilson HOS Jamie SmithDean Sadhna Deobhakta


INTERNATIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION


HAMILTON, NEW ZEALAND

INTRODUCTIONHamilton Girls’ High School warmly welcomes international students to join our school in 2020. We look forward to getting to know your daughters and contributing to their education goals.

Hamilton City, WaikatoLocated on the banks of the Waikato River, Hamilton City is the heart of the Waikato region, and is New Zealand’s fourth largest city. The region is culturally and geographically diverse and is a safe, family focused community where international students have amazing educational and sporting opportunities.

In close proximity to Hamilton is the Hobbiton Movie Set, the stunning black sand beaches of Raglan, the world famous Waitomo Caves and its glow worms and the Otorohanga kiwi house where you can see up close our nation’s bird the Kiwi.

The Waikato is home to dairy farming, the Chiefs Rugby team and Waikato Stadium, Waikato University which is recognised as one of New Zealand’s finest tertiary institutions, and the country’s longest river.

Our students are encouraged to be involved in the life of the school and take pride in its achievements, including academically, sporting and music and performing arts.

Living overseas gives our students a much wider world view and often helps them decide what they really want out of life. Hamilton Girls’ High School is proud to be part of their experience in New Zealand and work hard to make it the best it can be.

• NZ's largest inland city.• NZ's longest river, the Waikato, flows for 16km

through the city.• Kirikiriroa, the city's Maori name means 'long stretch

of gravel'.• Population of 148,200 people (estimate at June 2012).• Has a youthful population - around half of residents

are under 30 years old.• NZ European make up three quarters of the

population and Maori 19 percent.• Home to more than 80 ethnic groups.• Mild climate and moderate year round rainfall keep

the city and surrounding area very green.• Mean temperatures - 18C in January (summer) and

9C in July (winter).• 145 parks and gardens and 63 sports areas.• City has more than 1,000 hectares of open space.• Home to 25,800 person capacity Waikato Stadium.


INTERNATIONAL ENROLMENT PROCEDURES

Thank you for your interest in making an application to our school. Please read these IMPORTANT NOTES before commencing enrolment.

IMPORTANT NOTES1. You must provide all information we need on the “Enrolment Check List”. Failure to do so may mean that an “Offer of a

Place” cannot be issued to you, or it will delay the processing of your application. The standard time to process an application is around 1~3 working days. The processing begins from when we receive the CORRECTLY COMPLETED application form and other documents if applicable.

2. All international students are required to notify “the School” of any change in their contact details, accommodation type and residential address and their parents’ contact details.

3. A current student visa/permit issued by the New Zealand Immigration Service must be sighted and photocopied by the School before the enrolment can be completed.

4. The Student must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. The insurance documents must be sighted and photocopied by the School before the enrolment can be completed.

5. Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has been promoting the use of an online tool for students to make visa applications. For more details go to: http://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/our-online-systems.

ENROLMENT PROCEDURES

• The Student/Students Parents completes the Application for Tuition Form & Tuition Agreement and sends them to School.With your application please enclose, if applicable:

- Signed and dated the Application and Agreement and if applicable: - Enclosed one recent passport sized photograph - Enclosed a copy of your passport or birth certificate - Enclosed English test result (eg, TOFEL, IELTS) or a letter from your school confirming your competence in English - Enclosed a copy of your most recent school report (in English) - Enclosed a character reference from the Principal of your present school

• The Student must provide all information we need on the “Enrolment Check List”. Failure to do so may mean that an “Offer of a Place” cannot be issued to you, or it will delay the processing of your application. The standard time to process an application is around 1~3 working days. The processing begins from when we receive the CORRECTLY COMPLETED application form and other documents if applicable.

• A skype interview with DIRECTOR could be arranged if the Student would like to discuss enrolment or subjects option.

• The School sends Guarantee of Placement—a provisional Offer of A Place (if required) and notifies the Student to pay the tuition fee if the application has been accepted.

• The Student must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. The insurance documents must be sighted and photocopied by the School before your application can be considered.

• A receipt and an official “Offer of a Place” will be sent to the Student after the School receives the payment from the Student.

• The courses will be confirmed after the Student’s arrival.

• The Student will require a student visa—on payment of the fee, you will receive a receipt and Offer of a Place to take to the immigration Department in order to obtain this Visa. Information regarding the NZ student visa you will need to obtain from your local Immigration Department.

• The Student notifies School of accommodation requirements and travel plans including arrival date to New Zealand.

• The Student sends the appropriate documents to School (in regards to accommodation requirements). - Signed Statement of Designated Caregiver Arrangement (signed by parents) - Homestay Agreement

• The School arranges accommodation if required and welcomes the International Student.


FORM MUST BE SIGNED BY: / DETAILS REQUIRED

GIVEN TO APPLICANT

RETURNED BY APPLICANT

i) Application for Tuition/ Tuition Agreement

One of the student’s parents/Legal guardian P

ii) Caregiver Statement (if aged under 18 and if applicable)

One of the student’s parents/Legal guardian

iii) Homestay/ DCG Agreement

One of the student's parents/legal guardian

iv) Fee Advice (see in this Prospectus)

P N/A

v) Information Package

Prospectus (including Grievance Procedure, Orientation Programme, Support Service), Course Options

P N/A

vi) PASSPORT (Before enrolment)

Photocopied

vii) Photo One recent passport size Photo required

viii) Student Visa Photocopied

ix) Medical & Travel Insurance

Sighted & PhotocopiedMust have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance for the duration of their planned period of study.

ENROLMENT CHECK LIST

If you have any questions about application, please contact:

Mr. John HoHamilton Girls’ High School’s International Students Manager

Phone: +64 7 839 1304 Ext 753 Fax: +64 7 834 1394 Mobile: +64 27 230 2121

Postal Address: P O Box 1267, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand

Physical Address: Ward Street, Hamilton, New Zealand

Email: [email protected] Website: www.hghs.school.nz

Mrs. Kylie MorganHamilton Girls’ High School’s Director of International Development

Phone: +64 7 839 1304 Ext 870 Fax: +64 7 834 1394 Mobile: +64 21 878 227

Postal Address: P O Box 1267, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand

Physical Address: Ward Street, Hamilton, New Zealand

Email: [email protected] Website: www.hghs.school.nz

Enquiries about Hostel accommodation must be sent to the Director of International Development.

If a place is offered to an International student, the Sonninghill Hostel Application Form and Confidential medical form must be completed.


INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FEE ADVICE FOR YEAR 2020

Tuition for the full yearTuition for 3 termsTuition for 2 terms Tuition for 1 term

$ 13,200.00$ 10,400.00$ 6,900.00$ 3,800.00

Administration fee $ 750.00

Airport pick-up or drop-off by staff (optional) Airport pick-up or drop-off by shuttle (optional) (one way)

$ 200.00$ 100.00

Homestay (per week)Homestay placement fee (if you choose to use this homestay service)

$ 245.00$ 100.00

Hostel Accommodation (If accepted)Homestay (per night)Homestay placement fee

$12,424$35.00$100.00

TO THE PARENTS:

IMPORTANT:The tuition fee includes a New Zealand Government tax on tuition.There may be further costs for medical/travel insurance, uniform (see uniform price list) stationery, school magazine, school camps/trips, field work, sports/cultural activities, school ball and external examination fees etc. When or if these are required:

REFUND POLICY:• In order to be eligible for any refund, the parent or legal guardian must apply in writing to

the Board setting out the special circumstances of the claim. • If the withdrawal is prior to the Student coming to New Zealand, the fees paid will be

refunded in full minus the $500 administration fee. There will be no refund made should the student withdraw after completing two weeks of the schooling year. However, the refund will be calculated should the student return home for serious illness, or death/serious illness to a family member.

• Where the student withdraws from a subject, course or programme run at the School and is eligible to receive a refund, the Board may refund to the person who paid in respect of the subject any amount of the fees it thinks is appropriate.

Payment may be made by way of Bank Transfer to:

ASB Bank [BIC-number (Bank Identified Code) or swift code: ASBBNZ2A]Hamilton BranchAddress: 500 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton, 3204 NZ.

Account: “Hamilton Girls’ High School”Account number 12-3122-0346679-00

*** Please write student’s name on deposit form in reference/particulars section to assist with identification when the money is deposited in the School account. If this is not completed it will delay the process of your enrolment.

No refunds will be made where:• The student has been suspended from

School, and the Board of Trustees has decided to exclude her

• Students are asked to leave the School due to misbehaviours or poor attendance

• Students wish to transfer to another school for whatever reason

• Students return home for any reason other than serious illness or death or that of a close family member

• Students require permanent residence after having enrolled at the School

• Students gain the right to receive New Zealand state-funded education by other lawful means, after having enrolled and commenced study at the school.

FEE PROTECTION POLICY• All fees paid to the school by International Students will be held in the school’s International

Students’ Independent Account. This fund will be used only for the purpose for which it is intended. It will not become part of the school’s operational funding.


ACCOMMODATION TYPESAs you will be under 18 years old when you start at Hamilton Girls' High School, the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students says you must live in one of the following kinds of accommodation while attending the school:• a homestay• Sonninghill Hostel• with a Designated Caregiver• with your parents.

You may not live in any other type of accommodation while you are under 18.

A designated Caregiver must be a relative or a close family friend. If your parents would like you to live with a designated caregiver, your parents must sign an indemnity document. Please contact the International Student Manager and he can provide you with the correct form to complete and return to us.

Your Designated Caregiver must also sign an agreement. Once we receive the Indemnity Document signed by your parents, we will send the Designated Caregiver Agreement to the designated caregiver and arrange to inspect the property and meet the designated caregiver.

During set leave and term breaks, International students staying at the hostel who do not have a local guardian in Hamilton will be placed with a homestay family. An additional fee will be required as outlines in the fee schedule.

Note: Accommodation is subject to the approval of Hamilton Girls' High School

AVAILABILITY AND CHARACTERISTICS OF LIVING ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:HOMESTAYHGHS Homestay Liaison Manager can arrange homestay accommodation with local families. A homestay carer is expected to provide a bedroom equipped for study: a bed and bedding, heating, lighting and storage space. The Homestay fee contributes to day-to-day expenses including meals, electricity and family activities. Transport to and from school may be provided by the family or by public bus.

Hamilton Girls' High School assess the suitability of all homestay accommodation. All homestay providers are screened and their homes visited to determine the suitability of the accommodation being offered in accordance with the provisions set out in the Code of Practice.

Where possible, students are also involved in the assessment of accommodation by discussing the assessment with the coordinators and by visiting the proposed home beforehand.

HOSTELInternational Students are welcome at Sonninghill Hostel. All enquiries about boarding accommodation must be sent to the Director of International Development.

COSTS AND APPLICATION PROCESSES FOR SECURING ACCOMMODATION

HOMESTAYHomestay Fees $245 per week

Initial Placement Fee paid only once on first set up $100.00

Retainer Fee paid during the school year to the homestay provider when the student is away on holiday$50 per week is the suggested amount.

The above fees are subject to annual review.

ADDITIONAL COSTS• The homestay fee does not cover all telephone or internet

use. Costs of toll calls and internet use beyond that agreed to by the homestay providers are to be met by the student.

• Most homestays are on bus routes to school and town. Students can expect to pay around $15 per week if using buses.

• Other additional costs to be met by the student may be the cost of transport to or from Auckland Airport on arrival and departure.

• All fees are to be paid in advance and may be paid annually, per term or per month to the school office.

• The International Students’ Manager should be advised prior to arrival if the school is to be asked to provide homestay accommodation.

INFORMATION AND ADVICE ON INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ACCOMMODATION

ACCOMMODATION QUERIES:

Please contact the Hamilton Girls’ High International Students’ Manager, Mr John Ho, or Director of International Development, Mrs Kylie Morgan

Email: [email protected] orPhone: 07 839 1304 extension 753Mobile: 027 230 2121Fax: 07 834 1394

Email: [email protected] orPhone: 07 839 1304 extension 780Mobile: 021 878 227Fax: 07 834 1394


CODE OF PRACTICE

The Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016

CODE: Hamilton Girls’ High School has agreed to observe and be bound by the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016. Copies of the Code are available from the NZQA website at www.nzqa.govt.nz.

IMMIGRATION Full details of immigration requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available from Immigration New Zealand, and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz.

ELIGIBILITY FOR HEALTH SERVICES Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at www.moh.govt.nz.

ACCIDENT INSURANCE The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents, and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at www.acc.co.nz.

MEDICAL AND TRAVEL INSURANCE International students (including group students) must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand.

Before you start your application, you need to:• prepare all supporting documents in PDF format• provide an acceptable photo of yourself• have a Visa or MasterCard credit or debit card so you can

pay the application fee.

IMMIGRATION ONLINE - STUDENTAs an international student wanting to study in New Zealand, you can now complete and submit your visa application online.

For more information about the supporting documents visit:www.immigration.govt.nz

After submitting your application, you need to send your passport and the appropriate handling fee to a Visa Application Centre or Immigration New Zealand office.

Hamilton Girls’ High SchoolPO BOX 1267, Hamilton 3240

Phone: 07 839 1304, Fax: 07 834 1394www.hghs.school.nz, [email protected]

“Where each student aspires to achieve personal excellence”

The courses, prices, dates and other information in this prospectus are subject to change. Please see the online version available on our website www.hghs.school.nz for updates.